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PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
License Description PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

A physical therapy assistant assists in treatment of any injury, condition, or disease by the use of physical, chemical or mechanical agents; uses heat, light, water, electricity, massage, sound, therapeutic exercises, and mobilization to treat patients, under the supervision of a Tennessee licensed physical therapist. Activities do not require professional or advanced training in the anatomical, biological, psychological and social sciences involved in the practice of Physical Therapy.

REQUIREMENTS:
Be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character, and satisfy education and examination requirements.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approved physical therapy assistant (two year) academic program, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants for examination shall apply for admission directly with the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) by contacting:
Federation of States Board of Physical Therapy
509 Wythe Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 299-3100
Fax: (703) 299-3110
Website: www.fsbpt.org

RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS
Renew by expiration date every two years.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
American Physical Therapy Association
1111 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-1488
Phone: (703) 684-APTA (2782)
Licensing Agency
Department of Health
Division of Health Related Boards
Division of Health Related Boards
665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 532 3202
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Specific type of conviction prohibited
Education Degree required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 08/10/2023
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